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Error 0x8004100e: What is It & How to Fix It
Cluttered Windows Registry may prompt this error
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Many of our readers have reported the error 0x8004100E appearing on their PCs at intervals while performing tasks on it. The error indicates the Microsoft BitLocker Administration and Monitoring (MBAM) client has failed. Hence, this article will help fix the error 0x8004100E.
However, you may be interested in our guide aboutwhat to do if BitLocker keeps asking for passwordon your PC.
What causes the Error 0x8004100e?
Several factors can cause the error code 0x8004100e to appear on your PC. Some are:
These factors may vary on different computers. Nevertheless, this guide will take you through effective ways to resolve the 0x8004100e error message on your PC.
How can I fix Error 0×8004100e?
Before proceeding with any advanced troubleshooting steps, go through the following:
If you can’t resolve the error, try the solutions below:
1. Perform a clean boot
Performing a Clean Boot prevents selected programs and services from running on startup. Hence, it resolves any interference they may cause the Microsoft BitLocker Administration and Monitoring (MBAM) client.
Read about other methods forremoving Startup programs on WindowsPC.
2. Re-register the BitLocker WMI (win32_encryptablevolume) class
Re-registering the BitLocker WMI (win32_encryptablevolume) class refreshes its process and compiles its files. Check quick fixes if you can’trun the Command Prompt as an administrator on Windows 11.
The above steps will allow MBAM to send encryption status data to MBAM Compliance Database on SQL Server without errors.
Conclusively, you may be interested in our comprehensive abouthow to fix a BitLocker Fatal Error during startupin Windows 11.
Should you have further questions or suggestions, kindly drop them in the comments section.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills and learning more about the tech world.
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.
